Chocolate Blended Overnight Oats
A bowl of these overnight oats offers a creamy, chocolatey texture that can be ready in minutes and is perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert.
Servings 4 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups 500 ml almond milk, or plant-based milk of choice
- 1 ¾ cups 210gm rolled oats
- 2 tbsp 20gm chia seeds
- ¼ cup 20gm cacao powder
- ¼ cup 75ml maple syrup, or to taste
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 small pinch salt
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a high-powered blender. Blend for about one minute or until mostly smooth. The mixture will be runny at this stage, but not to worry, it will thicken as it chills.
- Pour the blended mixture evenly into four individual jars or containers.
- Seal the jars and refrigerate for at least two hours, or ideally overnight, to allow the oats and chia seeds to fully absorb the liquid.
- Store in the fridge for four to five days. In warmer climates, aim to consume within four days for best freshness.
- Before serving, top with a few dark chocolate chips or your favourite toppings and enjoy chilled.
Notes
Serving Suggestions and Pairings
Why not try something new? Here are some simple yet delicious serving and pairing ideas you can do for your dairy-free overnight oats:- Top with fresh berries. Bright fruit cuts through the rich chocolate flavour.
- Spoon on nut butter. This can add creaminess and healthy fats.
- Sprinkle cocoa nibs. Delivers crunch and deeper dark-chocolate notes.
- Add granola. For an extra layer of texture and warmth.
- Enjoy with a hot latte. Contrasts cold oats and rounds the morning off perfectly.
Tips to Customise Your Chocolate Blended Overnight Oats
Pack more nutritional goodness and wonderful flavour into your chocolate breakfast oats with these simple kitchen ideas:- Add a scoop of plant-based protein powder to make your chocolate blended overnight oats more filling and energising.
- Swap cacao with peanut or almond butter for a nutty twist.
- Use strawberries or blueberries in the chia jam for a fruitier take.
- Blend in a splash of coconut milk for a smoother, creamier taste.
- Sprinkle nuts or seeds on top before serving to add crunch and texture.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I heat these overnight oats before eating? Yes, though meant to be eaten cold, you can gently warm them in the microwave or hob with a splash of milk for a comforting chocolate porridge.
- How long do overnight oats keep in the fridge? They stay fresh for up to 5 days in an airtight container. For best texture, stir before eating and add milk if it thickens too much.
- Can I use other plant milks? Absolutely. Unsweetened almond, oat, soy or coconut milk all work beautifully in this chocolate blended overnight oats recipe.
- Can I enjoy overnight oats warm instead of cold? Yes, you absolutely can. While these oats taste great cold, simply heat them in the microwave or on the hob with a little extra plant milk for a comforting warm breakfast alternative.